Xiaomi Poco X8 vs Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco X8
1category wins
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
5category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Poco X8
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Best value for money
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.83 | 6.83 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2772 | 2772 |
| Resolution Width | 1280 | 1280 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 3500 | 3500 |
| PPI | 447 | 447 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | — |
| Screen-to-body | 89.5 | 90.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.73 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3xX.X GHz Cortex-X4 & 4xX.X GHz Cortex-A720) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Immortalis-G925 MC12 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Dimensity 9500s |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 3 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 3 | HyperOS 3 |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max +170%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max +209%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max +265%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,009 | 2,725 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,892 | 8,932 |
| AnTuTu | 829,894 | 3,032,039 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Other | UFS 2.2 - 128GB only UFS 3.1 | — |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10 + |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 2 |
| ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | — |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8340 | 9000 |
| Chemistry | Si/C Li-Ion | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 67 | 100 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 163.5 | 163 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Other | IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Manufacturer-rated water-resistance (up to 2m for 72 hours) Drop resistant up to 3m | — |
| Weight (g) | 223 | 219 |
| Width (mm) | 78.3 | 77.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2026, September 01 | 2026, January 29 |
| Status | Available. Released 2026, September 11 | Available. Released 2026, January 29 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 | 1, 3, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 18, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 48, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, CDMA2000, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.4 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS (B1I+B1c) | GPS (L1 + L5), BDS (B1I + B1c + B2a + B2b), GALILEO (E1 + E5a + E5b), QZSS (L1 + L5), NavIC (L1 + L5), GLONASS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (with Dolby Atmos) | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Other | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio | — |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 | Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco X8 and Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Both phones sit in the same price band, so the choice comes down to specs and brand preference.
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max packs a 9000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 Max posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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